Samuel Kakaire, Milking, 1997, Oil on Board, 35 x 24cm

Courtesy: Afriart Gallery and The Artist

Founded in 2002 and located in Kampala, Afriart Gallery (AAG) has since become a leading international contemporary art gallery currently representing artists living and working on the African continent. The gallery focuses on original forms of expression and dialogue with the public. It provides an environment where collectors can find powerful contemporary artistic ideas and discussions.

Afriart Gallery was founded by Daudi Karungi a trained artist who understands the difficulties young artists on the African continent face. The gallery team is committed to creating a fair playing field and supportive community for artists by continuously implementing projects that foster their growth through mentorship, visibility, and archiving.

Works by AAG artists feature frequently on major platforms like museums, biennales, significant exhibitions and art fairs such as Art Basel Miami Beach, EXPO Chicago, Art Paris, Liste Art Fair Basel, Art Dubai, Abu Dhabi Art, 1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair NY/London, INVESTEC Capetown Art Fair, FNB Joburg, Art X Lagos, AKAA Paris, and ARCO Lisbon.